We are proud to announce that Earth and Co has been awarded a 2026 Global Recognition Award for Exceptional Achievement, placing our firm among the top 5.8% of 15,000 global entrants evaluated this year.
This distinction recognises the standard Earth and Co has set for how consulting should operate across geographies and sectors — combining strategic depth, ethical leadership, and measurable impact.
An independent judging panel of industry experts conducted a rigorous and impartial evaluation process. Following an initial screening based on industry recognition, innovation, leadership, service, sustainability, and social responsibility, shortlisted applicants were assessed using the Rasch measurement model — a robust methodology that creates an objective linear scoring scale across categories and disciplines. This approach ensures precise and fair comparison, regardless of sector or field.
Earth and Co achieved the highest possible grade (5 out of 5) across all four leadership dimensions:
- Vision and strategy implementation
- Ability to inspire and motivate others
- Ethical decision-making and integrity
- Fostering innovation and creativity
In announcing the award, Alex Sterling, spokesperson for the Global Recognition Awards, stated:
“Earth and Co exemplifies what it means to lead with both depth and integrity. Melina Taprantzi and her team have demonstrated that world-class leadership in sustainability is not about ambition alone, but about the disciplined, human-centred execution that creates lasting organisational change.”
For organisations navigating today’s complex landscape, this award affirms what our partners and clients already know: Earth and Co does not simply advise on the future — we help build it.
We are deeply grateful to our clients, partners, and community who trust us to support their sustainability journeys. This recognition strengthens our commitment to advancing responsible leadership, sustainable finance, and future-fit organisational transformation worldwide.